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1998 Map of Blue Mountain

Name: 1998 Topographic Map of Blue Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2002
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2002

About this map

Blue Mountain dominates this portion of the Coronado National Forest in Cochise County, rising above a network of drainages that define the high desert topography. Watercourses like East Whitetail Creek and Keating Creek carve through the landscape, feeding into a complex system of canyons including Triangle Canyon and Fox Canyon. The terrain is marked by distinctive geological formations such as The Nipples and Split Rock, which served as natural navigational aids for early travelers and ranchers in the region.

Evidence of human activity is found in isolated sites like the Prospect located near the southern peaks, suggesting the area's history of mineral exploration. The drainage patterns of Haystack Creek and Oak Creek illustrate how water management and seasonal flows dictated the use of this land. This survey reflects the character of the Arizona backcountry at the end of the twentieth century, preserving the placement of remote landmarks and water sources essential for local navigation.